Sans Superellipse Pykos 1 is a regular weight, very narrow, monoline, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, posters, signage, packaging, ui labels, modern, retro, industrial, utilitarian, minimal, space saving, systemic consistency, signage clarity, geometric refinement, condensed, rounded, superelliptic, geometric, clean.
A condensed, geometric sans with monoline strokes and softened, superellipse-like corners throughout. Vertical stems dominate, with compact apertures and rounded-rectangle counters that keep curves controlled rather than fully circular. Terminals are largely blunt and squared-off with gentle rounding, producing a crisp rhythm and even texture in text. The numerals follow the same narrow, tall proportions, staying simple and highly consistent with the letterforms.
This font works well where space is limited and a compact headline or label needs to stay legible—such as posters, signage systems, packaging, and UI/navigation labels. Its consistent stroke and controlled rounding also make it suitable for short blocks of text at moderate sizes, especially in clean, contemporary layouts.
The overall tone feels modern and engineered, with a subtle retro/industrial flavor reminiscent of signage and technical labeling. Its narrow build and squared curves give it a disciplined, utilitarian voice that reads as clean and purposeful rather than expressive or handwritten.
The design appears intended to deliver a space-saving, highly consistent sans built from rounded-rectangle geometry, balancing strict vertical economy with approachable softened corners. It prioritizes clarity and uniformity, aiming for a functional display voice that can also support everyday interface and informational typography.
Round letters such as O and Q read as tall rounded rectangles, reinforcing the superellipse construction and a tight, vertical emphasis. The lowercase maintains a straightforward, no-nonsense construction with minimal modulation, contributing to a steady, compact line of text and a slightly mechanical cadence.